Rebirth of the Deadly Beauty novel Chapter 782

Yolanda deeply agreed with Alfred's words. The power play between Havaria's core factions had never ceased. Even among the three great families of Creybia, friction was common.

"At first, I just wanted Richard to come back for old times' sake. Since he couldn't return, I had to accept it. But with Riverdale's situation now..."

Jude fell silent at these words.

Indeed, things had grown chaotic in Riverdale lately. Especially with Cayden's retaliation, which had created a deep sense of crisis among the allied families within the Titan Merchants Association.

"I wanted Richard to return to send a message to other powers in Havaria—the Loake family's roots are in Riverdale. Anyone thinking of disrupting Riverdale's peace would first have to get through the Loakes.

"But now, perhaps only the Vintner Reserve from St. Claire's could persuade him to set aside his duties and return to Riverdale. This spirit holds special meaning for him.

"Since a bottle of spirits could affect Riverdale's peace and countless lives, how could I sleep soundly after breaking that bottle?" Alfred glared at Jude, then carefully sniffed the bottle Yolanda had brought again. "Now with this bottle, Riverdale's trouble will resolve itself!"

"Mr. Kaufman Senior, if this spirit means so much to your friend, surely he'll notice it's a recreation and not the original recipe."

Alfred shook his head at her words. "Recreation? If you hadn't told me, I'd say the aroma is exactly the same as St. Claire's Vintner Reserve!"

He carefully poured a few drops into his palm and tasted it. "The flavor is the same too! This is the Vintner Reserve!